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Thomas Moran Obituary
Thomas Richard Moran, 72, of Duryea, passed away Friday, Oct. 26, at VNA Hospice, CMC Hospital, Scranton.
He was born in Duryea, January 16, 1940, and was a son of the late Thomas and Gertrude (Shaffer) Moran.
Tom was a member of the Brick United Methodist Church, Duryea. He was a 1957 graduate of Duryea High School. After graduating from high school, Thomas joined the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1965. For many years, Thomas worked for the Chamberlain Manufacturing Corp. Scranton. Thomas loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and loved gardening. He especially loved being with his family and will be deeply missed.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant brother, Thomas Francis Moran, and his stepson, Colin Bordorleon.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, the former Debra Lewis Moran; daughters, Brenda (Moran) Rosencrans and her husband, Grant, of Duryea; Denise (Moran) Hatcher, of Old Forge; his grandchildren, Jamie and Jessica Rosencrans, Miranda and Alec Lepka. Thomas is also survived by his brother Ronald Moran of Duryea; his sisters, Sandra Gorman of Dallas and Janis McAndrew of Duryea.
Funeral services will be held Monday, with services at 10 a.m. at the Brick United Methodist Church, 935 Foote Ave., Duryea, with the Rev. Sharon Dietz officiating. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church Monday morning for services. Friends may call Sunday from 6 until 9 p.m. in Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. There will be no procession from the funeral home. Interment will be held at the Marcy Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.
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VNA Hospice
November 1, 2012
The heart remembers most what it has loved the best. The staff and volunteers of VNA Hospice extend heartfelt condolences to the Moran Family on their recent loss. May your fond memories of Tom bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Megan Moraski
October 28, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a loving guy, and LOVED his grandkids so much. He will be in our thoughts and prayers, and the family as well. We love all of you so much. Love Always Mike, Megan, Lauren, and Owen
Doris/Bob Donnora
October 28, 2012
Brenda,Denise and Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad/grandfather. Hope as the days go on your saddness will be just good memories of him. He will always be with you.
Bebe Yuhas
October 27, 2012
To
The Moran family so sorry for your loss I knew Tommy ever since I was a little girl. Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you
Lori, Rob, Casey & Kelsey
October 27, 2012
Debbie, Brenda, Denise and family: So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time and As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Theresa Vaccaro
October 27, 2012
Dear Mrs Moran and Family, I am so sorry to hear the news about Thomas. May your memories bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With Love, Theresa Scanlon-Vaccaro
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